Home Health Aide Jobs in Sacramento, CA

A Home Health Aide (HHA) plays a pivotal role in the nursing industry by providing personal care to patients who require assistance with daily tasks within their homes. HHAs often work with the elderly, the chronically ill, and those recovering from injury or surgery who may be unable to care for themselves. They assist with activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management and sometimes, transportation to medical appointments. They also monitor patients' vital signs, illness symptoms, and physical and emotional well-being, providing a critical link between the patient and the healthcare team.

Key skills that a Home Health Aide should possess include compassion, patience, good communication and interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and a strong sense of responsibility. Additionally, they must be trained in basic emergency response and understanding of safety and sanitation procedures. Certification requirements may differ by location, but most HHAs should have a high school diploma, complete a state approved training program and pass a competency examination. Prior to becoming a Home Health Aide, one might have held positions such as a personal care aide, nursing assistant, or a caregiver, roles that involve direct care provision and allow for the accumulation of relevant experience.

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Registered Nurse, Home Health

  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Folsom, CA (19 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Find Your Passion and Purpose as an RN Case Manager Coverage Area: Folsom to Placerville Shift: M-F 8a-5p On Call: 2 weekend days per month #AC-RN Reimagine Your Career in Home Health As a medical...

Caregiver for Families

  • Dixon, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Dixon, CA (21 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver & Companionship

  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • West Sacramento, CA (2 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver

  • Sloughhouse, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sloughhouse, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Caregiver: Flexible Schedule

  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

House Tasks: Assist Members with light housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and other household needs....

Experienced Caregiver Needed for Preschool Child

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 hours ago

We need a babysitter for one preschool-age child starting on October 1, 2025. The schedule is Monday to Wednesday, from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM. The caregiver will supervise playtime, prepare meals,...

Live-In Caregiver

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 22 hours ago

of daily living (ADLs) such as grooming, bathing, dressing, hygiene, and mobility Assist with self-administration of medications per Title 22 regulations Support individualized needs and service plans...

Now hiring -live in Caregiver in Roseville or Rocklin

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Provide personal care: bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, hygiene Assist with mobility, transfers, and resident safety Offer support with meals and feeding Maintain cleanliness...

Hiring Caregivers-Bonuses-Paid Training-Expenses-Flexible Hours

  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Citrus Heights, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

care needs (bathing, dressing, mobility, toileting) - Support seniors with memory care - Make a meaningful difference every day!...

Certified Home Health Aide, Hospice

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Organization: SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Valley Position Overview: Provides personal care and related non-professional household services necessary to meet the hygiene, activities of daily living (ADL...

Caregiver Virtual Walk-In Wednesday - Immediate Interviews!

  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities: Essential Functions : Incontinence care including changing depends and/or toileting Bathing Dressing Grooming Medication reminders Transferring Bed bound care Hospice care Dementia...

Home Health Aide (HHA)

  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary: Home Health Aides (HHA) provide essential support to individuals in their homes, assisting with personal care tasks such as but not limited to bathing, dressing, medication reminders...

Caregiver

  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elk Grove, CA (14 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities include: Personal care, showering, grooming, dressing, toileting, light housekeeping, light cooking, and other household duties....

In Home Caregiver - Weekly Pay - Start Immediately

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago

Were looking for exceptional in-home caregivers who have a passion for helping older adults We provide competitive benefits and 24/7 support. Weekly pay We offer weekly pay (direct deposits...

Caregiver NOC shift

  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rocklin, CA (20 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Our Caregivers : Assist residents with activities of daily living including dressing, bathing, meals, laundry and general care....

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Salary for Home Health Aide Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Home Health Aides in Sacramento, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.5%
High School or GED
21.0%
Associate's Degree
18.0%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
1.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Home Health Aides in Sacramento, CA
Less than 1 year
39.1%
None
31.2%
1-2 years
23.5%
2-4 years
6.1%


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